As participants in the Michigan Clean Marina Program, marinas voluntarily pledge to maintain and improve Michigan’s waterways by reducing or eliminating releases of harmful substances and phasing out practices that can damage aquatic environments. To date, more than 85 marinas have been awarded certification. Since the program began in 2005, more than 50 marinas have been recertified, showing continued commitment to keeping Michigan waters clean.
Our boaters are glad to be at a marina that is certified as a Michigan Clean Marina. They help educate one another, and participate in active conversations in relation to best practices. – Jeff Linn, Huron-Clinton Metroparks
Daniel McCormick of South Shore Marine LLC, says earning Clean Marina certification was “a great achievement” and that he’d be happy to help another marina go through the certification process. “I think everybody should be part of this.” Read more